The end of the year is the time when many people want to "expel bad luck", leave behind bad luck to move on to a gentler and more positive new year. Besides the spiritual element, psychological experts believe that symbolic rituals also help relieve stress and create a feeling of refreshing oneself.
Below are simple and easy-to-do ways to get rid of bad luck at home.
Clean the house, remove old things
According to the BBC's life page, cleaning up living space has a positive impact on the spirit, helping to reduce anxiety and increase the feeling of controlling life.
At the end of the year, boldly discard damaged items that are no longer in use. A neat and clean house is considered a way to "clear the way" for new energy to enter.
Take a warm bath with salt or herbs
Many Asian and Western cultures consider salt as a symbol of purification. Healthline's health column said that soaking in warm salt water can help relax muscles and improve mood after a stressful year.
You can add a few drops of essential oil or crushed ginger to increase the feeling of warmth and lightness.
Write down unhappy things and "give up
Some psychologists quoted by Psychology Today believe that writing down negative things and then tearing them apart or burning them (safely) symbolizes closing.
This action helps you relieve emotions and avoid carrying a burden into the new year.
Doing good work at the end of the year
Research published on scientific websites shows that kindness helps increase happiness hormones and improve morale. At the end of the year, you can donate clothes, support people in need, or simply help someone within your ability.
Sharing not only "expels bad luck" according to folk beliefs but also creates real positive energy.
Reward yourself
After a year of work and effort, rewarding yourself - a delicious meal, a short trip or a favorite gift - at the beginning of the new year is a meaningful way to close the old year.
According to analysis by many international life websites, recognizing individual efforts helps strengthen motivation and optimism for the new stage.
Casting bad luck is not just a custom or belief, but also a way for you to take care of your spirit, refresh your space and prepare a positive mindset for the coming year. When your heart is relieved, luck seems to be easier to find.
